2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 655 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Picanto | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
